I’ve made Playing Puppy using a super chunky #6 weight plush yarn. This is ideal for a big soft and huggable toy and is a pretty quick make. He is 11 inches long (when made with the recommended materials).

The 11 page pattern is intermediate skill level and is available in US and UK terminology – both versions will be available for you to download. It is clear to follow with detailed instructions and lots of pictures for step by step making and assembly. The pattern also includes an adjustment for making your puppy using a non-plush yarn.

The following stitches/techniques are used in this pattern:
US Terminology - magic ring or chain 2 to start, slip stitch, single crochet, increase, decrease (sc2tog), back loop only
UK Terminology - magic ring or chain 2 to start, slip stitch, double crochet, increase, decrease (dc2tog), back loop only

Recommended Materials:

• Yarn: I have made puppy using Hobbii Baby Snuggle Solid (super chunky weight plush yarn) - colour and weight details in pattern
• Hook: 5mm (H) crochet hook
• Stuffing: I use polyester filling
• Safety eyes: I have used 15mm plastic safety eyes, but you can embroider the eyes on if you prefer
• Large yarn needle
• Pins
• (A stitch marker and row counter are useful)

(This pattern is for personal use only, not to be resold or rewritten in any way. I am happy for you to sell the finished toy, but please credit the design to me.)

Pattern Language: English